Optus stories - Page 2

The MediSecure cyberattack, involving stolen data posted on a Russian hacking forum, has highlighted critical vulnerabilities in Australia's healthcare sector amid a rising wave of cyber threats.

Interactive appoints Angela Logan-Bell as Head of Sales for Cloud, leveraging her 25+ years of ICT experience to bolster the firm’s cloud market presence.

Cybersecurity firm Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his 18 years of expertise to drive growth and enhance customer value in the region.

Indara Digital Infrastructure is set to boost the resilience of crucial tower sites against natural disasters with the help of the Australian government funding part of the TDRI program.

Stephen Rue, head of Australia's National Broadband Network, will take on the role of CEO at Optus starting from November 2024, after an extensive global search.

The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association launches a site to guide users for the looming 3G network shutdown.

The planned transition from 3G to 4G has prompted Australia's Communications Minister to establish a workgroup focused on ensuring a smooth shift.

Optus partners with AI solution provider RingCentral to launch a cloud-based collaboration platform for Australian businesses, a first-of-its-kind move aiming to foster productivity and flexibility.

Superloop Ltd strengthens leadership team with Dean Tognella as CFO from March 6th, and Daisey Stampfer confirmed as permanent Group Executive Business and Wholesale. Both bring immense industry experience to their roles.

For International Women's Day 2024, this piece explores the significant benefits and growing need to involve more women in the cybersecurity sector.

Woolworths boss resigns following a poorly handled media appearance and a series of PR disasters, highlighting the crucial need for media training for CEOs.

One NZ, in cooperation with SpaceX, launched its first six 'direct to cell' satellites enabling expanded telecommunication coverage from 2024, and has joined a global alliance to offer reciprocal satellite roaming services.

Organisations must revamp cybersecurity as digital advancements increasingly expose businesses and public services to cyber threats.

As cyber threats intensify, passkeys are replacing passwords as the prime defence against phishing attacks, says Yubico.

ARIA Cybersecurity and Logi-Tech introduce AZT PROTECT, a novel service aimed at defending Australia's crucial infrastructure from cyber threats.

Security threats pose significant challenges to the 3G phase-out plans by leading telecom companies in Australia and New Zealand, says Thales.

Phone and internet complaints in Australia have decreased by 16.5%, but complaints about mobile services remain high, according to Optus.

Hitachi Vantara has announced the winners of its 2023 ANZ Partner Awards at the company’s regional partner conference held in Canberra last week.

With a year remaining to upgrade essential driver safety technology, acting today will safeguard the future well-being of fleet vehicle drivers.

Traffic Guard says Australian businesses must be serious about tackling ad fraud, with the number of attacks predicted to triple this year.